Recall 21V701 affects 41 2021-2022 Coachmen Sportscoach motorhomes for a cooktop propane-hose stowage defect. Repair is free at a Coachmen dealer.
Coachmen is recalling 41 2021-2022 Sportscoach motorhomes because the outdoor cooktop can be stowed while the propane hose is still connected. A stowed cooktop with propane connected can raise the risk of a fire, and the dealer repair will be free once Coachmen makes the remedy available.
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What's wrong?
The outdoor cooktop on 2021-2022 Coachmen Sportscoach motorhomes uses an LP hose to carry propane from the motorhome's supply to the cooking appliance. That hose is supposed to feed the cooktop while it is in use, then be disconnected before the cooktop is put back into its storage compartment. The storage setup depends on that propane connection being broken before the compartment is closed.
On affected Sportscoach motorhomes, the hose is long enough for the cooktop to be stowed while the LP supply is still connected. Coachmen traced the issue to an engineering and manufacturing misunderstanding of the outside-cooking requirements. The remedy changes the hose length so the cooktop no longer fits back into storage with the propane supply still hooked up.
The warning sign is physical, not electronic. If the hose is still attached, the compartment door will not fully close.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2021 and 2022 Sportscoach model years, with the LP hose listed under the oven, stove, and cooktop component.
| 2022 Coachmen Sportscoach | Oven/stove/cooktop |
|---|---|
| 2021 Coachmen Sportscoach | Oven/stove/cooktop |
| Units affected | 41 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorhome is included.
What's the safety risk?
A stowed cooktop with the propane hose still connected increases fire risk. The compartment door will not fully close with the hose attached, so treat that as a warning to disconnect the hose before putting the cooktop away. Repair will be free at any franchised Coachmen dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2022 Coachmen Sportscoach is included in this recall.
- Confirm with Coachmen customer service whether the dealer repair is open before scheduling service.
- Contact a franchised Coachmen dealer for the free repair once Coachmen confirms availability.
- Ask the dealer to move the quick disconnect and install the shorter LP supply hose so the outdoor cooktop is not stowed with propane connected.
- Keep the propane hose disconnected before stowing the outdoor cooktop until the repair is complete.
- Reference recall number 21V701 when you call Coachmen or the dealer.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair will be free once available. The current repair plan is for a Coachmen technician to move the LP quick disconnect and install a new shorter LP supply hose so the outdoor cooktop cannot be stowed with the propane hose connected. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. Coachmen has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who already paid for the same repair. Ask Coachmen customer service how to submit documentation for review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| September 9, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 21, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
| October 19, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| October 19, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| October 19, 2021 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V701?
Recall 21V701 covers 41 2021-2022 Coachmen Sportscoach motorhomes with an outdoor cooktop that can be stowed while the propane hose is still connected. That condition increases fire risk. Coachmen dealers will move the quick disconnect and install a shorter LP supply hose for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2022 Coachmen Sportscoach is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorhome is included in recall 21V701. If it is, contact a franchised Coachmen dealer to arrange the LP hose and quick-disconnect repair. Reference Forest River recall number 310-1418 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For this recall, dealers will move the quick disconnect and install a new shorter LP supply hose free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The fire risk comes from the outdoor cooktop being stowed while the propane hose remains connected. A connected propane supply in that position increases the chance of a fire. The dealer repair changes the quick-disconnect location and hose length to address the hazard.
When were owners notified about recall 21V701?
Owner notification letters were mailed on September 21, 2021. If you bought the motorhome used or never received a letter, check your VIN and call Forest River customer service at 1-574-825-8212 with recall number 310-1418.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V701000 |
|---|---|
| Coachmen customer service | 1-574-825-8212 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V701 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V701000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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